In yet another world-first Toyota 86 engine conversion, StreetFX has dropped the VR38DETT from the demonic Nissan GT-R into the space formerly occupied by a 2.0-litre atmo’ boxer four. Previously, we showed the world’s fastest 86 with a 2JZ netting a nine-second quarter mile, then a build project of a […]
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McLaren opens third showroom in Australia; Gold Coast
McLaren has opened a brand new dealership at the Gold Coast in Queensland, coming in as the third showroom for Australia. The British company has said it plans to expand its presence in the world, opening up more and more showrooms over the past few years. McLaren Gold Coast joins […]
Ford Focus RS ‘Drift Mode’ under scrutiny in Australia
The new Ford Focus RS has just gone on sale in Australia and already it has drawn the indignation of safety experts, including Harold Scruby, head of the Pedestrian Council of Australia, because of its switchable ‘Drift Mode’. The Focus RS is the 257kW halo car of the Focus range, […]
Hyundai previews i30 N hot hatch, sounds potent (video)
The highly anticipated Hyundai N performance sub-brand is getting close to releasing it first production car, based on i30. It will come in as Hyundai’s first proper hot hatch. Set to feature a number of completely bespoke components, including a range of serious chassis and suspension upgrades, eye-popping brakes, and […]
2016 Ford Focus RS now on sale in Australia from $50,990
Ford Australia is finally announcing the official introduction of the highly-anticipated 2016 Ford Focus RS super hot hatch. With prices kicking off at $50,990 (plus on-roads), you’re looking at the most powerful Ford Focus to hit the Australian roads and also the most affordable RS. It is also the 30th […]
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport turbo announced for US market
Hyundai’s US division has unwrapped the turbocharged Elantra Sport – a car that will be sold here in Australia (with some tweaks) later this year as the Elantra SR. The Elantra Sport is visually differentiated from its more cooking brethren thanks to side skirts, a deeper front valance with more […]
2017 Ford F-150 EcoBoost revealed, debuts 10-speed auto
The word’s best-selling vehicle, the Ford F-150, is about to debut Ford’s second-generation 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 and a 10-speed automatic transmission. The new engine produces 280kW and a jaw-dropping 637Nm giving it best-in-class figures compared with Silverado and Ram. More powerful versions of this engine are set to feature in […]
Toyota 86 gets insane Nissan RB26TT GT-R conversion
Ever since the inception of the Toyota 86, we’ve seen so many insane variations on the 21st century drift warrior. From 2JZ inline-six transplants, to even a Ferrari F136 V8 conversion as reported last week, it seems people are vying for the title of who can execute the most mind-blowing […]